Psychodynamic Therapists in Connecticut

I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in clinical practice. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy and insight-oriented psychodynamic approaches, in order to facilitate both understanding and resolution of challenges and difficulties. I strive to create a reflective, interactive, collaborative therapeutic relationship. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship problems, adolescent and adult development, and work-life balance.

Often times the hardest part of the therapy process for you or your child is just getting started. You have made the first step by beginning your search! I have been in practice for over 10 years, specializing in treating young children, adolescents, and young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, difficulty with life changes and transitions, and anger management. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important predictor to success in therapy. I provide a warm, accepting environment where I view each patient as an individual and tailor my treatment towards their strengths and needs.

I work with individuals struggling to cope with a spectrum of different issues and provide support that best fits their needs. Each new client has an opportunity to discuss their goals and I will work with you to develop the best approach to help you feel more capable and empowered to manage and address your issues. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental, comfortable space to work on underlying issues.

I use a relational approach to therapy which considers the therapeutic relationship to be transformative and healing, a vehicle for better understanding our inner life. When given the space to talk things out authentically with someone who really listens, we learn to tune into ourselves so we can move forward in a more constructive way.

I specialize in individual psychotherapy, couples counseling and executive coaching. I work with individuals who are in crisis or need assistance facing everyday challenges. I see couples who are having interpersonal conflicts and communication difficulties. I am a compassionate listener with a good sense of humor and a warm, engaging style. I view each person as an individual and will tailor treatment to best meet your unique needs. I am trained in goal directed cognitive therapy (CBT) as well as more in- depth existential psychodynamic analysis that focus on how both current and past experience influences patterns of behavior.

Sometimes life can fail to prepare you for the roadblocks that may lie ahead. Finding someone who can guide you to overcome these challenges with care and compassion doesn't have to be as difficult. My practice focuses on working with adolescents, young adults and families that have experienced interpersonal conflict, relationship transitions, individual and family trauma, exposure to domestic violence, school motivational struggles and cultural assimilation issues.

Dr. Christian is a psychologist, licensed in New York and Connecticut, and a trained psychoanalyst with over 20 years of clinical experience helping patients with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor, Yale School of Medicine, Dept. of Psychiatry; faculty Western New England Psychoanalytic Society. He has taught and supervised in doctoral programs at City College, the New School for Social Research, and the Psychology Internship Program at Yale. He has been a staff psychologist at Beth Israel Medical Center and New York Methodist Hospital.

I’m Sam Mashaw, a clinical social worker committed to helping you cultivate the self-confidence and self-compassion to step into your wholeness. We live in a society that often seems designed to keep us small, keep us scared, and keep us doubting ourselves. I consider how social context–historical, present, personal, and systemic–may be influencing the stories you have about yourself, your relationships, and the possibilities for your life. The truth is this: the world needs YOU, your unique gifts, and perspective. Whatever you’re going through, I am here to help you tap into your innate strengths and wisdom to navigate your life.

Seeking support takes courage, so congratulations on taking that first step! Psychotherapy is a collaborate process where you and I will work together to help you succeed through transitions, get the most out of your relationships, and find greater fulfillment in your life. You will be met with warmth and compassion so that you are able to explore your feelings openly in a safe, non-judgmental space. I work from a relational and psychodynamic perspective, which often stimulates discussion around your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs, in order to identify unwanted repeating patterns in your life.

I admire the courage and determination of those who seek help when life becomes challenging. I work with client strengths and motivations to affect positive change, moving forward to a fulfilling and rewarding future. I have helped individuals, couples, and families through the spectrum of life's difficulties, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger management, substance abuse, low self esteem, and family dysfunction. My approach is eclectic, having been trained in humanistic, psychodynamic, relational, cognitive behavioral, family systems, and brief solution focused therapy and techniques. Our work together will result in longterm change and I look forward to guiding you along the way. ~ ~

It takes strength and courage to look inside yourself, talk openly about your feelings, and acknowledge a need for change. When you are struggling with finding new direction, I will listen with warmth and empathy as we establish a kind, and caring relationship. Through the collaborative and therapeutic process, you will gain insight and increased awareness of who you are and how you want to move forward in your life. I am committed to understanding and helping you without judgment. Change is possible when you find respect, support, and validation.

Life can be challenging, those who reach out for support are allowing themselves to grow and evolve. My approach/philosophy is holistic, meaning my focus is on the whole person, and is grounded in psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies. I often incorporate other modalities, depending on the needs of the person sitting across from me.  I believe passionately in working collaboratively, understanding how I practice and the methodologies I use is critical in the process.

Dr. Robert Denkin helps individuals find fulfillment across all aspects of life. Using practical problem-solving methods, he enables personal growth by identifying and overcoming obstacles. With 20 plus years of clinical expertise, Dr. Denkin is highly skilled in managing various mental health conditions. His experience as a collegiate athlete and coach, along with serving as faculty at Yale University's Department of Psychiatry, gives him valuable insights into personal growth, self-confidence, and goal achievement.

**We will work together to help you find balance, happiness, and health.** I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a wide range of training and interests. I specialize in psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal/relational psychotherapy, but also incorporate skills/CBT/Mindfulness-based techniques. I have extensive training in women's/men's issues, relationship issues, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, life transition difficulties, GLBTQQ identity, PTSD/trauma/sexual abuse treatment, young adult/college-related difficulties, grief, pregnancy, and adjustment disorders.

Are you looking for extra support navigating life, in this ever-changing world? Are you looking to make positive life changes and work towards your goals? From everyday life stressors to big life transitions, the challenges of life can get to us. As your therapist, I will strive to build a collaborative therapeutic relationship through compassion, empathy and trust. I aim to meet clients where they are at, by tailoring my therapeutic approach based on each individual and providing a safe, nonjudgmental space. You do not have to be alone on this journey.

I am a licensed psychologist with clinical specialties that include: depression, anxiety, life transitions, women's issues, behavioral addictions, substance abuse, LGBTQ issues, complex trauma and psychodynamic/insight oriented psychotherapy. I hold an interactive, contemporary-relational therapeutic viewpoint, which is aimed at providing support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.

Therapy can be confusing, empowering, illuminating, and challenging. In our work together, my goal is to help you make space for conflicted emotions within the safety and comfort of our therapeutic relationship. I believe that our past informs our present and also that we have the power to change our current realities, once we understand them better. We will utilize what happens in the therapy room as meaningful and rich information that provides clues to dynamics which may repeat themselves in your day-to-day life. I work primarily from a psychodynamic frame and integrate other approaches thoughtfully and intentionally as needed.

My clinical practice draws from extensive training in psychotherapy that integrates a psychodynamic perspective with therapeutic interventions that match the unique needs of a client. The range of interpersonal and skill-based interventions includes an understanding of family, culture, and gender specific influences on the current issues or concerns. The use of mindfulness principles and skills provides an added support to clients for strengthening their ability to better manage stress and for overall well-being. In over two decades as a psychotherapist I have consistently found that an integrative approach is most effective for promoting the positive outcomes that my clients are seeking.

People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. You may want to address conflict in a relationship; you may no longer be able to manage or tolerate your symptoms; you may want to find meaning and fulfillment in your life; or you may want to gain a deeper understanding of yourself in the world. Whatever your goal, it helps to have a caring individual who will listen and guide you through this process.